Ultra-artsy Portland band Swansea will launch their May tour tonight at the Horned Hand, 8pm. Their first full length album “Old Blood” is due out June 5^th and it sounds like it’s going to be pretty darn great.

With heavily lyrical songs that build into a dramatic clash of keys, drums and vocals the three-piece will effortlessly give you goose bumps. You can preview two tracks from their upcoming album here. 

Their slow melodic tunes should be a refreshing change form the gypsy-punk and bluegrass that dominate live music in Bend. Plus, it’s free. 

If you’re looking to tap your toes tonight check out the show. 

Last night’s triple bill at The Horned Hand rocked the pants off the few folks who showed up. New York band The Dig was especially impressive, check the video below of "Already Forgot Everything You Said."

 If you’re upset you missed all the fun, check out one of many shows happening in Bend tonight:

• All you All is having an EP release party featuring the soulful Jacuzzi and the dance worthy Adventure Galley 7pm, PoetHouse.

• Sentimental indie band The Thoughts will be sapping it up at The Horned Hand around 8pm.

• Loop pedal wizard Tony Smiley will be playing a late night set at The Astro Lounge, 10pm.

• And of course, Yonder Mountain String Band will be rocking their yearly bluegrass Bend jam-fest. Midtown, 8pm.

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